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When people first hear about infrared saunas, they often think of saunas from their local gyms. Unlike far infrared saunas (commonly referred to as just infrared saunas), these traditional saunas use stove-like heaters to heat the air. As the temperature in the air rises, it eventually causes body temperature to rise. In order to cool […]

I have recently been thinking more about vegetarian diets. It works for some, doesn’t work for others, and I can’t say I am for or against it. The part of vegetarianism that makes sense to me is the focus on eating an abundance of vegetables and fruit. Where I start questioning things is when it

This morning’s HealthBit is dedicated to ergonomics, particularly as it pertains to your desk setup. According to Google, the definition of ergonomics is as follows: er·go·nom·ics /ˌərɡəˈnämiks/ noun the study of people’s efficiency in their working environment. There are obviously a number of factors that contribute to a person’s efficiency in his/her work environment, but

This week’s HealthBit includes few healthy reads, as well as something I have taken the time to put together for you, all in the “blogosphere.” Keep in mind I am not very tech savvy, so my work below is not perfect, but it will allow you access to all the VIEW HealthBits (past and moving

FitBit Challenges are great way to get in shape and drive yourself towards better health. Here is a link to get you started: https://www.fitbit.com/challenges/adventures Before we get started on our group challenge, let’s look at the definition of “challenge” according to google: noun a call to take part in a contest or competition, especially a

Below are two key stretches for helping combat the upper body tightness that comes from extended periods spent on a computer. These help lengthen and ease tension in the commonly tight muscles known as the “pecs” and “upper traps”. The formal name for the “pecs” are the muscles pectoralis major and minor (which generally run

Most people don’t realize how critical sleep is to the proper functioning of the human body. Sleep affects us deeply, from healing to hormone balance to weight loss. It is an integral part of a healthy lifestyle, yet most of us don’t get enough of it, or know how to optimize it. Therefore, below are

Ingredients: Preheat the oven to 350F 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup organic applesauce (or 3 packets organic GoGo Squeez applesauce) 2 cups Gluten Free Flour (I prefer almond flour) 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon Himalayan crystal (pink) salt 2 teaspoons ground

We all have obstacles to overcome in our lives. I hope you can find some inspiration in my story…my recent battle with Lyme and other Tick Borne Diseases (TBD). Here is Chapter One: http://www.chiroholistichealth.com/2016/06/08/my-lyme-life-dr-alyssa-chapter-1/ If you want to read more, this story continues in these archives in June 2016 and in the few months that follow

See Living Well’s CORE FOUR for your basic moves. Below you will find bonus moves to further challenge yourself: 1) Wall Squats – 10 seconds plus more Bonus move: place hands in prayer position at chest height and lift elbows until horizontal. Press palms together in an isometric hold. 2) Rows – 10 reps plus